Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic S2

Let's look closer at the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic S2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and S2 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was launched 4 years prior to the S2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm S8100fd matches up vs the S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8100fd enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus the S2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and S2 is 75 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and S2.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic S2 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.